Pin for future reference!! Spicy Roasted Cauliflower is a perfect side dish for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It takes just five minutes to cut and toss it all together. Pop it in the oven for a flavorful, low carb side that pairs well with everything from poultry to beef and pork roasts. You can make the recipe as is. Or, like me, cut the red pepper flake quantity in half ( or omit it all together.) And use about half the garlic. Because I am a spice wimp! At which point you will have Quick and Easy Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower! At the store, choose a head of cauliflower that is uniform in coloring and free from browning. The cauliflower should be firm, heavy for its size with dense florets. The leaves should be fresh and green, a sign that the cauliflower was recently ... [Read More]
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Enchilada Bake
Layered Enchilada Bake is deliciously easy. You get all the goodness and flavor of an enchilada without wrapping and tucking tortillas. And – IF – there are any left overs they are even better than the serving you had when they were freshly made! Begin by browning the ground beef. Drain excess grease and push the meat to one side to lightly saute the chopped onion. Stir in the can of corn and the enchilada sauce (mild or to your taste), plus the Taco seasoning mix. Bring to boil, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat when mixture reaches a boil. In the meantime, place two tortillas end to end in a 9x13 pan sprayed with cooking spray. Cut a third tortilla into 2 inch wide strips and place around the edges so that the bottom is fully covered. Spread half the sour ... [Read More]
Banana Nut Muffins
Banana Nut Muffins are a quick and easy breakfast, a delicious addition to any meal, a tasty snack and a life lesson. A life lesson?? Muffins are so easy to make that they are often the first baked item beginning cooks learn to make. A muffin recipe teaches how to follow directions, how to measure ingredients, and other basic cooking skills. (These are pretty darn good eating however, even if you are an experienced cook!) To make muffins, the dry ingredients are measured then whisked together in a large mixing bowl. Wet ingredients are measured and mixed together in a smaller bowl or large measuring cup. Then the wet ingredients and dry ingredients are put together and stirred just until they are mixed. Too much stirring makes muffins tough so some lumps are expected. ... [Read More]
Quick and Easy Chicken Marsala
Quick and Easy Chicken Marsala begins with chicken breast fillets. That is chicken breast cut into half inch slices the full length of the chicken breast. If you can't find them in the frozen food area or the butcher shop in the grocery store, you can cut them yourself from chicken breasts. The even thickness allows for more even cooking and result in a tender, juicy finished product. Another essential is Marsala wine simmered together with heavy cream to make the sauce. And, of course, sliced mushrooms. Even Bytes eats the mushrooms in this dish without grumbling about "fungi". Dredge the chicken in flour lightly and add to preheated skillet with 2-3 tablespoons of oil -- enough to coat the entire bottom. Saute each piece 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. I check to ... [Read More]
Italian Breaded Pork Chops
Quick and easy preparation make these Italian Pork Chops a welcome dinner any time. And they are “fancy” enough for guests or special occasions. Pork chops on sale? You can also prepare these ahead of time for a freezer meal. No matter how you do it, time invested is about 5 minutes preparation and 20 minutes cook time. While the pork chops are broiling, steam a bag of your favorite vegetables in the microwave. Make a quick salad. Add crusty rolls with real butter. Slice a couple of pears or other seasonal fruit. Boom – dinner in less than 30 minutes! Short and sweet! Italian Breaded Pork chops Print Prep time 5 mins Cook time 20 mins Total time 25 mins Quick and Easy, breaded and broiled pork chops make a tasty quick meal prepared in under ... [Read More]
Slow Cooker Sausage and Egg Casserole
Slow cooker Breakfast and Eggs Casserole is great for a crowd. And if you don't have a crowd, the leftovers for lunch the next day are great, too! I like to have casseroles for breakfast when we have guests. Usually we have some kind of activity planned and hearty breakfast keeps us going till lunch. This easy to make casserole fills the bill nicely. It is high in protein at 23 grams per serving for active people and just high enough in carbs at 18 grams to stick to the ribs. The eggs, well whisked, help keep this dish light. I use turkey sausage, but you can use your choice of sausage or even diced ham if you prefer. Precooked sausage crumbles speeds up preparation. In a time pinch, use frozen diced onions. The bell peppers add nutrition and color. Use any color. I had ... [Read More]
